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Name	Australian Shepherd	Boston Border Collie	German Shorthaired Pointer
Origins	United States	England United States Scotland Wales	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds.	Little Blue Dog Aussie	No data available	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Boston Border Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is easiest to train?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Boston Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most alert?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boston Border Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most protective?	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boston Border Collie dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare temperaments.	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Playful Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Lively Gentle Aggressive Tenacious	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Boston Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boston Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boston Border Collie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boston Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most playful?	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Boston Border Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boston Border Collie breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
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Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most flexible?	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boston Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Boston Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boston Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which uses mouth most during play?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Border Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boston Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Border Collie: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has fewer health issues?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Cherry Eye Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most active?	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boston Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boston Border Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boston Border Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Boston Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What colors are available?	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Tan Red White Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black White Liver Roan Copper
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Boston Border Collie doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which drools least?	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Fine Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boston Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best with kids?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Boston Border Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Boston Border Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boston Border Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Boston Border Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boston Border Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boston Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boston Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boston Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most puppies?	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-8 puppies	7-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Boston Border Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Australian Shepherd, Boston Border Collie, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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